Japan
"Rising Sun Expedition"
Trip Details
May 24 - Jun 1 / 2025
9 Days, 8 Nights
20 Members
20 Spots Remaining
10 Experiences
Unique Activities / Excursions
Price TBD
Coming Soon
Japan"Rising Sun Expedition"
We are currently in the final planning phases of this upcoming adventure and anticipate providing additional details soon. Kindly revisit this space for updates. Meanwhile, you have the option to pre-register for the adventure, ensuring prompt notification upon its official launch.
Frequently Asked
Questions
"Rising Sun Expedition"
Japan
Do I need to be a World Playground Member to book this adventure?
Yes, all our adventures are exclusively available for World Playground Members. If you’re not yet a Member but wish to join us on this exciting journey, you can easily sign up for a Monthly or Annual Membership by clicking here and then booking your spot on this adventure.
How do I book my spot on this adventure?
Do you accept solo travelers, couples and families?
Absolutely! Our community embraces individuals of all ages and demographics, inviting everyone to join our adventures. Approximately 70% of our community comprises females, with 30% being males. Moreover, nearly 70% of our Members are solo travelers, finding reassurance and security in our intimate small group settings.
Are flights included?
No, the adventure cost does not include international flights. This is due to our global Membership, making it challenging to accurately incorporate international flight expenses into the pricing. If you require assistance with booking international flights, our team can effortlessly manage your flight reservation, providing expert guidance and personalized solutions for a seamless and stress-free travel experience. Please email us for flight booking assistance.
What airport should I fly into?
Kindly arrange your arrival and departure through Haneda Airport (HND) in Tokyo, Japan.
Arrival: Please arrive no later than 2pm on Saturday, May 24th / 2025. However, it is advisable to consider arriving a day or two earlier and spending an additional night or nights at The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo. This will not only provide you with extra time to adjust to the significant time difference but also serve as a precautionary measure in case of any potential flight disruptions. If you choose to arrive a day or more in advance, we can assist in coordinating additional nights’ accommodation at The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo on your behalf, with the associated costs covered by you.
Departure: Please schedule your departure anytime after 5pm on Sunday, June 1st / 2025. If you wish to extend your stay, we can assist in coordinating additional nights’ accommodation at The Ritz-Carlton, Tokyo on your behalf, with the associated costs covered by you.
Please email us for flight booking assistance.
Do you offer travel insurance?
We strongly advise purchasing travel insurance for every adventure you take. We take pride in providing our Members with a range of Allianz Travel Insurance plans, each thoughtfully designed to offer distinct benefits and limits tailored to diverse travel needs.
Please email us for Travel and/or Medical Insurance assistance.
What is the payment process?
Payments are structured into three stages:
Payment #1: Secure your spot on this adventure with a non-refundable 50% deposit.
Payment #2: As outlined during the booking process, you will receive an invoice for 25% of the trip cost on the designated date.
Payment #3: As outlined during the booking process, you will receive an invoice for the final 25% of the trip cost on the designated date.
We accept various payment methods, including credit cards, debit cards, online payment gateways, ACH transfers, and both domestic and international bank wires.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation exceeding 180 days before the commencement of the adventure will lead to the retention of your existing payments as a credit applicable to a future adventure booked through us, whether it pertains to Group or Personal Travel, relieving you of any obligation to settle the remaining adventure cost.
Cancellation within 180 days of an adventure commencement will result in the forfeiture of payments made to date, absolving you of any responsibility for the remaining adventure cost.
All cancellations must be delivered via email to travel@worldplayground.co.
If I book the double occupancy option as a solo traveler, who will my roommate will be?
Once an adventure is fully booked, roommates will be assigned. Using a careful screening process, we will thoughtfully pair you with a roommate of the same sex and relative age, providing you with notification about your assigned roommate. This information will be posted on our adventure itinerary, and you will have access to it. We encourage you to acquaint yourself with your roommate via our Member Circle platform before the adventure. Alternatively, you can request to share a room with another Member participating in the adventure by emailing us.
How is the difficulty rating determined?
The rating system pertains to the physical demands of an adventure. A rating of one indicates the least difficulty, while a rating of five represents the most challenging. Ratings are assigned based on the perceived level of physical exertion required to complete all activities and experiences during the adventure.